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TAVARES — Who needs the ocean? This "beach" is popular without waves. Plenty of footprints have been made in the sand since the July opening of 21 professional sand volleyball courts at Hickory Point Recreational Complex. It's the largest facility of its type in Florida, according to Steve Bishop, executive director and president for the Florida region of USA Volleyball. The Eustis-headquartered group organized 49 indoor events and 30 outdoor events this season. "We couldn't be any happier with the results and have gotten lots of positive feedback from athletes and spectators alike," Bishop said. "It is already becoming well-known across the...

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TAVARES — Who needs the ocean? This "beach" is popular without waves.
Plenty of footprints have been made in the sand since the July opening of 21 professional sand volleyball courts at Hickory Point Recreational Complex. It's the largest...

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Lake Brantley High School volleyball player Hailey Luke in Orlando, Fla. Saturday, August 13, 2011. (Gary W. Green/Staff Photographer) See more pictures from our 2011 Varsity Volleyball Media Day featuring top players from Central Florida high schools by cli

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